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LV53 VBJ

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

122,350 mi
Last recorded122,350 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 VBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 122,350 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 171,059 miles

o/s/f n/s/f c.v. boots have a slight leak of grease

o/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

wear and corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 17 Jun 2013 162,936 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2012 138,838 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 138,784 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 122,996 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 122,989 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 108,416 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 108,416 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

poor beam pattern nearside headlamp

Pass 23 Jun 2009 93,098 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 80,341 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 66,931 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 59,414 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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LV53 VBJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 92,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV53 VBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LV53 VBJ registered?

LV53 VBJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is LV53 VBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 VBJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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